Making fish not taste fishy?

[Squirt239]

I'm not a big fan of fish. I would like to acquire a taste for it, but I can't get past the strong "fishy" taste. I've heard using milk will cut down on that taste. I've also heard fillets will be less fishy than an eviscerated fish...any recommendations?

 

[Expat]

Make sure its fresh, fresh, fresh. Saltwater fish is less strong usually. Whiter fish are less strong. Don't overcook it. Lots of lemon pepper.

 

[Que]

Try grilling with lots of smoke, instead of frying or broiling.

 

[ATM]

Wrap with bacon.

 

[mk2ja]

Wrap with bacon.

DANGIT!













I was gonna say that. How do you *always* beat me to these things?! Your INGO fu is strong.

 

[mrjarrell]

It depends on the fish, how fresh it is and how you cook it. All of the above suggestions are decent. But, freshness is key. If you choose "fresh" fish do a smell test. If it's salt water fish it should smell fresh and "sea like", not fishy. Pretty much the same for fresh water species, too. Some species are a lot less fishy than others. American raised cat fish are usually a lot less fishy, due to their diet and how they were raised. It takes well to frying, grilling, broiling and other methods of cooking, too. Also, don't buy fish on the weekends or Mondays. Tuesday though Friday are your best bets to get a fresher fish in most stores.

 

[tuoder]

The best way to have a cook fish without that fishy taste is to cook chicken.

 

[IndyMonkey]

Quit eatting old fish.

 

[Eddie]

Grilling, as posted above, is probably best. Don't be afraid to use herbs and spices. You might also pick up a good rub.

If you can't or won't grill, put your filets in a baking dish, drizzle on lemon juice, season and then pour in a jug of tomato juice and bake for an hour at 350. The fish will take on a nice red color and taste like tomatoes.

 

[HighStrung]

I would recommend eating white fish (cod, tilapia, etc.) instead of the darker more potent fish such as tuna/salmon and the like. Also, when I was breaking my wife into the fresh fish scene, I coated them in egg mixed with a little bit of soy sauce, I breaded them with breadcrumb and cajun spices, then .... yes, yes, wait for it.....fried them in bacon grease in my trusty and very experienced cast iron skillet. I like the way they cook in bacon grease much more than olive or veg oil. Try it sometime.

For cajun spice I recommend Emeril's Bayou Blast. Instead of straight soy sauce I recommend Dale's marinade. If you're not big on cajun, go with Mrs. Dash garlic & herb seasoning.

 

[tyler34]

beer, lots and lots of beer.

 

[E5RANGER375]

I learned A LONG TIME AGO, that if it smeels like fish, STAY AWAY, RUN AWAY, DO NOT PLAY

 

[TheLoneRaider]

Albacore Tuna is about the only fish i will eat the rest make me

 

[IndyMonkey]

I learned A LONG TIME AGO, that if it smeels like fish, STAY AWAY, RUN AWAY, DO NOT PLAY

THat goes for a few things in life.

 

[Goosepond Monster]

If it smells like fish, eat all you wish. If it smells like cologne, leave it alone.

 

[Fishersjohn48]

Do you not like your steak to taste "steaky", your beer to taste "beery" ? Fish is meant to and does taste like fish. Removing the lateral line on certain species helps take overly strong flavors out. Fresh fish is always the best. Even better if you catch it yourself and eat it the same day. If you have to soak, coat, marinade, smoke, paint etc. than maybe fish is not for you.

 

[TiminMishawaka]

Marinate it in italian dressing. Makes all fish nonfishy.

 

[copper]

MMMMM Beer and Bacon...
Bacon wrapped bluegill MMMMM good..

 

[Zoub]

Even better if you catch it yourself and eat it the same day. If you have to soak, coat, marinade, smoke, paint etc. than maybe fish is not for you.

+1 or get counseling and deal with the real issues, whatever they may be.

BUT if I had to help you over come this problem I would get fresh Tillapia, and soak it for an hour in cold water with salt added. This is what Chefs do to "sweeten" fish before cooking it. It works. Try not to use stink ass city water. Our sink has a filtered faucet we use for cooking. Grilling it is a good idea too.

Good luck

 

[bwframe]

Fresh bluegill is the best followed close by crappie. Deep fry is the way to go with these pan fish. However, bluegill fillets sauteed in butter with onions fill the best omelet you have ever tasted when topped with Velveeta cheese. (Yeah, I know, bring on the laughs. I've heard it before. You're friggin' crazy. Fish omelet.)

A killer walleye shore lunch can also be made at home;
A fillet drizzled with olive oil on foil with onions and peppers, then drizzled with beer. Salt and pepper to taste. Close it up like a hobo dinner and put it to heat.